Are you mechanically minded and seeking full time employment in the region of Hay NSW?
We have a brilliant opportunity with our client, Customised Farm Management (CFM), an independent agricultural asset management company. CFM manage numerous corporate scale agricultural properties across New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Northern Territory incorporating orchards (citrus, almonds, pistachio, kiwi fruit) and a broad spectrum of cropping activities, from irrigated summer crops to winter dryland cereal cropping and livestock.
The Role
We are seeking a Diesel Mechanic to join our team on farm at Noongaburra.
Noongaburra, situated just 12 kilometres from the welcoming town of Hay, supports a diverse and productive agricultural operation. The property typically grows 1,000 hectares of irrigated summer crops and 1,500 to 2,000 hectares of irrigated winter crops, along with 184 hectares planted to 90,000 pistachio trees at various stages of maturity.
Reporting to the Farm Manager, the Diesel Mechanic will be responsible for maintenance, planning and servicing of all farm plant & equipment.
Key Responsibilities
Ø Implement best practice mechanical maintenance, planning and servicing programs to minimise machinery downtime
Ø Undertake servicing, repairs and maintenance of a wide range of agricultural machinery and equipment
Ø Conduct diagnostic testing and fault finding to ensure machinery is operating safely and efficiently
Ø Maintain accurate records of servicing, repairs, and maintenance activities
Ø Perform routine repairs, and preventative maintenance to ensure plant and equipment remains operational
Ø Coordinate major repairs and warranty work with external suppliers and contractors
Ø Maintain workshop and surrounding areas to ensure a safe, clean and compliant working environment
Ø Work closely with the Farm Manager to ensure maintenance activities align with operational requirements
Ø Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with WH&S; policies and safety standards
What we need from you:
Ø Strong mechanical knowledge with demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair a range of agricultural plant and equipment
Ø Relevant qualifications (Certificate IV in Motor Mechanics, Diesel Mechanics or similar highly regarded)
Ø Recent, relevant experience in servicing and maintaining agricultural machinery and equipment
Ø Proven ability to detect faults, problem solve, and apply critical thinking in a practical environment
Ø High level of competency in maintenance planning, servicing and repairs
Ø Sound record keeping, reporting skills and basic computer literacy
Ø Experience managing parts, inventory, stock takes and ordering processes
Ø Ability to work both independently and effectively as part of a team
Ø Strong commitment to safety and maintaining a compliant work environment
Ø Trade qualification highly regarded but not essential
Ø Current driver’s licence essential In reward for your skills and experience, you will be offered a highly competitive salary (commensurate with experience), single person accommodation is available, work vehicle, along with the opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects.
For your opportunity to be part of a truly progressive, supportive organisation that believes its people provide the platform to its success, apply now by submitting your resume to
[email protected].
📌 Diesel Motor Mechanic (Hay)
🏢 AtOne Agri
📍 Hay